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Facial Hair Gains Acceptance at Work as Grooming Expectations Rise

Facial hair is now widely accepted in UK workplaces, but rising expectations around grooming are creating new pressures around wellbeing.

Wales Records Highest Sick Leave as London Takes Fewest Days Off

Ten-year UK absence figures show Wales averages the most sick days per worker while London has the fewest, with 2022 the peak year nationwide.

Employers Warned Over Gaps in Workplace First Aid And Mental Health Training

Gaps in training and equipment are raising concerns about how quickly staff can respond to emergencies on site.

Work-Related Stress Reaches Record Levels Across UK Workplaces

Union and regulator data shows stress has become the most common workplace hazard in Britain, with millions of working days lost.

Cold Weather Risks at Work as Snow and Ice Sweep UK

Cold weather and snow warnings are raising questions about employer duties on workplace temperature and safety during freezing conditions.

Poor Sleep Leaves UK Workers Struggling to Focus at Work

Widespread sleep problems are affecting focus, accuracy and wellbeing at work, prompting renewed calls for employers to address rest.

Outdoor Wellbeing Push Targets Blue Monday Mental Health Dip

Mid-January fatigue and low mood are prompting renewed focus on outdoor activity as a practical way to support workforce mental health.

Education Sector Offers Shortest Working Weeks As Long-Hours Jobs Remain

Education staff work the fewest hours on average, while agriculture, transport and construction continue to record the longest working weeks.

Experts Warn of Hidden Silica Dust Dangers in UK Workplaces

Health and safety experts are urging employers to act on the growing risk of silica dust exposure, linked to lung disease and rising cases of silicosis.

Boreout: The Hidden Wellbeing Risk Draining Engagement at Work

Experts warn that chronic boredom and under-stimulation, known as boreout, are emerging as overlooked wellbeing risks.
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